Civics Polity

Politics and Governance

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Politics and governance explore political parties, voter turnout, coalitions, and public policy. These topics are fundamental for civics and polity sections in major examinations. Answer these questions to build a solid understanding of political systems.

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Politics and Governance Questions

Multiple choice organisation of commerce and management leadership leadership theories directing commerce

An individual most likely to engage in political behaviour would have all of the following except a/an?

  1. High need for power

  2. High ability to self monitor

  3. High charisma rating

  4. Internal locus of control
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Individuals who engage in political behavior in organizations typically exhibit a high need for power, a high ability to self-monitor, and an internal locus of control. High charisma is a leadership trait that helps inspire others but is not a primary predictor of calculated political maneuvering. Therefore, charisma is the exception among these traits.

Multiple choice

What are political institutions?

  1. Those established between the government and the citizens

  2. Those related to the search for better working and/or living

  3. Those organized on the product that people reach for comsumption

  4. Those that relate with health, life, treatment and prevention of diseases
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Political institutions are structures that manage the relationship between the governing body and the citizens, including laws and governance.

Multiple choice

which of the following sentences is correct?

  1. All countries that have constitutions are necessarily democratic

  2. All countries that are democratic necessarily have constitutions

  3. Both (a) and (b)

  4. None of the above
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B Correct answer
Explanation

While having a constitution does not guarantee democracy (as some authoritarian regimes have constitutions), a democracy requires a constitutional framework to define the rules of governance and protect rights.

Multiple choice

What are the bases of Power?

  1. Coercive Power, Reward Power, Legitimate power, Expert power, Referent Power, Information Power

  2. Coercive Power, Reward Power, Legitimate power, Expert power, Empathic Power, Information Power

  3. Social Power, Reward Power, Legitimate power, Expert power, Referent Power, Information Power

  4. Coercive Power, Reward Power, Legitimate power, Knowledge power, Referent Power, Information Power
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A Correct answer
Explanation

French and Raven's (1959) classic model identifies five bases of power: Coercive, Reward, Legitimate, Expert, and Referent. Information power was later added as a sixth base.

Multiple choice social science public health and the government energy and health infectious diseases - transmission and prevention infectious diseases and how to prevent them

Public means an activity or service ____________.

  1. Meant for all people in the country

  2. Mainly organized by the government

  3. Meant only for the poor people

  4. Both A and B
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Public services are defined as those meant for the general population and are typically organized, funded, or managed by the government to ensure accessibility.

Multiple choice

What is political conflict?

  1. A disagreement between two or more parties over the distribution of power or resources.

  2. A violent struggle between two or more groups for control of a territory or government.

  3. A peaceful negotiation between two or more parties to resolve a dispute.

  4. A change in government through the use of force.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Political conflict is a disagreement between two or more parties over the distribution of power or resources. It can be peaceful or violent, and it can occur between individuals, groups, or states.

Multiple choice

What are some of the key factors that influence the effectiveness of diaspora activism?

  1. The size and organization of the diaspora community

  2. The level of support from the home country government

  3. The political context in the host country

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The effectiveness of diaspora activism is influenced by factors such as the size and organization of the diaspora community, the level of support from the home country government, the political context in the host country, and the availability of resources.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common method for measuring the impact of political activism?

  1. Public opinion polls

  2. Social media engagement

  3. Legislative changes

  4. Policy implementation
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Legislative changes are a tangible indicator of the impact of political activism, as they represent successful efforts to influence policy decisions and bring about desired outcomes.

Multiple choice

How has the global refugee crisis affected the global political landscape?

  1. The refugee crisis has led to increased tensions between countries.

  2. The refugee crisis has led to increased cooperation between countries.

  3. The refugee crisis has had little impact on the global political landscape.

  4. None of the above
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Explanation

The global refugee crisis has led to increased tensions between countries, as some countries have been reluctant to accept refugees while others have been overwhelmed by the number of arrivals.

Multiple choice

What is the difference between political communication and political marketing?

  1. Political communication is focused on winning votes, while political marketing is focused on building relationships.

  2. Political communication is focused on the short-term, while political marketing is focused on the long-term.

  3. Political communication is focused on the candidate, while political marketing is focused on the party.

  4. None of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

There is no clear distinction between political communication and political marketing. Both are concerned with winning votes and building relationships.

Multiple choice

What are some of the factors that can lead to the formation of a coalition government?

  1. No single party has a majority in the legislature.

  2. The parties involved believe that they can better serve the interests of the country by working together.

  3. The parties involved are ideologically similar.

  4. All of the above.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Coalition governments can be formed for a variety of reasons. One reason is that no single party has a majority in the legislature. This can happen when the legislature is divided between two or more large parties, or when there are a number of smaller parties that hold the balance of power. Another reason for the formation of a coalition government is that the parties involved believe that they can better serve the interests of the country by working together. This can happen when the parties have different strengths and weaknesses, or when they have different priorities. Finally, coalition governments can also be formed when the parties involved are ideologically similar. This can make it easier for them to agree on a common program.

Multiple choice

Political communication is the process of:

  1. Exchanging information between political actors and the public

  2. Negotiating and resolving conflicts between political parties

  3. Formulating and implementing public policies

  4. Mobilizing support for political candidates and causes
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Political communication is the process by which political actors and the public exchange information, ideas, and opinions about political issues and events.

Multiple choice

Political culture refers to:

  1. The shared beliefs, values, and norms that shape political behavior

  2. The formal institutions and processes of government

  3. The political ideology of a particular group or individual

  4. The public's perception of the political system
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Political culture refers to the shared beliefs, values, and norms that shape political behavior and attitudes within a society.

Multiple choice

Political culture can influence:

  1. The way that political leaders are selected

  2. The way that public policies are made and implemented

  3. The way that citizens participate in the political process

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Political culture can influence the way that political leaders are selected, the way that public policies are made and implemented, and the way that citizens participate in the political process.